Lisburn Population 2026
Lisburn has a population of 77,506, making it the #140 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Northern Ireland. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 116× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
77,506
Rank in United Kingdom
#140
Coordinates
54.52°N, 6.04°W
~53 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
518 km
322 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Ireland
| City | Population | Rank in United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast | 348,005 | #13 |
| Derry | 83,652 | #127 |
| Newtownabbey | 63,860 | #174 |
| Bangor | 61,011 | #189 |
| Craigavon | 59,236 | #196 |
| Castlereagh | 56,679 | #206 |
| Portadown | 32,926 | #378 |
| Newtownards | 29,363 | #422 |
Cities near Lisburn
- Belfast348,005 people · ~11 km away
- Castlereagh56,679 people · ~11 km away
- Newtownabbey63,860 people · ~17 km away
- Newtownards29,363 people · ~23 km away
- Craigavon59,236 people · ~24 km away
- Antrim19,661 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lisburn?
Lisburn has a population of 77,506 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #140 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Lisburn in?
Lisburn is located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Is Lisburn the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 518 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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